At M State - Wadena, our welcoming atmosphere provides you with the opportunity for a personalized, hands-on education. Our innovative career programs - in areas such as construction electricity, electrical line worker, cosmetology and computer and network technology - provide you with real-life experiences that prepare you for success in the job market. If your goal is a bachelor's degree, our Associate of Arts transfer degree allows you to complete the first two years of your four-year degree before transferring to another institution. In all our programs, our low faculty-to-student ratios mean one-on-one attention from instructors, while exceptional student support services help you achieve academic success. Start here, go anywhere.

Things you need to know

• Enrollment: 790
• Food service available on campus
• Student organizations: Student Senate, SkillsUSA, Nursing Club, Carpentry Club
• Support services available to promote student academic success
• Intramural athletics
• Housing options located nearby

The welcoming community of Wadena has a small-town atmosphere with the attractions of a larger community. Located at the gateway to Minnesota lakes country, it has many options for outdoor recreation and community involvement.

• Population of approximately 4,500
• 1,000 lakes within 50 miles
• Outdoor recreation opportunities include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, canoeing, biking, hunting, golfing, in-line skating, horseback riding and fishing
• Madhatters Community Theatre group
• 300 acres of parks

Health: Students can prepare for a variety of careers in health care, from the personal to the highly technical, with degrees in Nursing, Medical Administration, Pharmacy Technology and Health Information.

Personal services: Get the degree you need to succeed in a variety of personal service careers including Cosmetology, Manicurist, Esthetics and Massage Therapy.

Technical: Develop the skills for a rewarding career by earning a degree in Carpentry Science, Construction Electricity, Electrical Line Worker, Computer and Network Technology, Plumbing Technology or Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.

The AA degree, also called a Transfer Degree, is excellent preparation for continued studies in the arts, humanities, mathematics, natural sciences and social sciences. By earning an AA degree, students fulfill the first two years of most four-year degree programs at the state universities in Minnesota, the University of Minnesota and many other private and public institutions.

The Wadena campus of M State offers quality education in a supportive learning environment that encourages students as they acquire the skills necessary for success. We hope to see you soon!

Building Hours:

• Monday - Thursday: 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
• Friday: 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Library Hours:

• Monday -Thursday: 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.
  
• Friday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  

Bookstore Hours:

• Monday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Friday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  

Hours are subject to change on weekends, holidays and summer sessions.

From the South

Take US Highway 71 North to Wadena. Follow Hwy 71 to Colfax Ave / MN Hwy 29.
Turn LEFT at Colfax Ave. Follow Colfax for 5 blocks. The main campus parking lot will be on the left.

From the East

Take US Highway 10 West to Wadena. Follow Hwy 10 to US Highway 71. Turn LEFT on Hwy 71. Follow Hwy 71 to Colfax Ave / MN Hwy 29. Turn RIGHT on Colfax Ave. Follow Colfax for 5 blocks. The main campus parking lot will be on the left.

From the West

Take US Highway 10 East to Wadena. Follow Hwy 10 to US Highway 71. Turn RIGHT on Hwy 71. Follow Hwy 71 to Colfax Ave / MN Hwy 29. Turn RIGHT on Colfax Ave. Follow Colfax for 5 blocks. The main campus parking lot will be on the left.

From the North

Take US Highway 71 South to Wadena. Follow Hwy 71 to Colfax Ave / MN Hwy 29.
Turn RIGHT at Colfax Ave. Follow Colfax for 5 blocks. The main campus parking lot will be on the left.

From the Southwest

If you're in the Fergus Falls / Alexandria area - take MN State Highway 29 north to Wadena. The main campus parking lot will be on the right as you enter Wadena's city limits.

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